Rain in Southern California Creates Mud and Debris Flows, But Helps Fire Crews
Officials cautioned that ash in recent burn zones was a toxic mix of incinerated cars, electronics, batteries, building materials, paints, furniture and other household items.
Southern California Rainstorms Raise Risks of Mudslides
The charred soil left by the wildfires could create conditions ripe for mudslides because the rain, which will last into Monday, will just run off, forecasters said.
Southern California rains arrive, heightening mudslide concerns in scorched areas
This file captures the news of the California wildfires from Sunday, Jan. 27. For the latest updates on the fires, follow USA TODAY's coverage for Monday, Jan. 27. Intermittent showers sweeping across Southern California on Sunday provided welcome relief for firefighters battling devastating wildfires but threatened to bring an unwelcome side effect — mudslides.
Rain in Southern California Creates Mudflows but Helps Firefighters
More rain fell Monday on parts of Southern California after causing mudflows over the weekend, helping firefighters but boosting the risk of toxic ash runoff in areas scorched by Los Angeles-area wildfires.
California Storm Raises Mudslide Risk, Closes Interstate
Southern California will clock a few more tense hours as showers continue to soak the burn-scarred landscape around Los Angeles.
Rain raises mudslide concerns in California's burn scar areas, flood watch in effect
The rain is raising concerns about potential mudslides in recent burn scar areas, including Malibu, Altadena, and other regions.
Los Angeles Faces Risk of Mudslides With the Arrival of Rain
The wet weather will bring relief to Southern California after a prolonged period of dryness, but there’s concern that any bursts of heavy rainfall could cause flooding.
Red Flag Warning for Nebraska in Aftermath of California Fires
"A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior," the ...
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Rain Batters Los Angeles, Threatening Mudslides, Toxic Flooding after Wildfires
Water was pumped out of the Palisades fire station as a rainstorm hit the area devastated by the historic wildfires.
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Will Insurance Cover Your Hotel Stay During The Los Angeles Wildfires? Here's How To Check
If you've been affected by the LA wildfires, your insurance may cover a short- or long-term stay at a hotel. Here's how to ...
Thousands told to evacuate after two new blazes start in Los Angeles County
The Hughes Fire near Castaic, north of Los Angeles, was 24% contained on Thursday afternoon, according to Cal Fire.
Reality TV couple sues the city of Los Angeles after losing home in fires
Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt filed the lawsuit along with more than 20 other property owners and residents affected by the ...
What Los Angeles can do to make its homes safer from wildfires as it rebuilds
Experts in fire mitigation and climate science said LA should use the fires as an opportunity to design more resilient ...
Tyra Banks says she lost a home in recent Los Angeles wildfires
Tyra Banks is among the thousands of people in Los Angeles who have been impacted by the still-active wildfires that have ...
California will spend $2.5 billion to help the Los Angeles area recover from wildfires
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a more than $2.5 billion package to help the Los Angeles area recover from its recent ...
Aerial views show ash and rubble from Los Angeles fire zones
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Economic Toll of Los Angeles Fires Goes Far Beyond Destroyed Homes
The ongoing disaster will affect residents’ health, local industries, public budgets and the cost of housing for years to ...
California Fires Live Tracker: Map of Los Angeles Blazes
Wildfires continue to rage through Los Angeles leaving at least 24 dead and destroying more than 12,000 structures.
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'Dollar signs in their eyes': Los Angeles landlords illegally jack up rent after fires
The recent wave of January wildfires in Los Angeles County that have displaced 150,000 people and counting has some landlords ...